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Ghost - Our First Foster
Our love of fostering began in 2015 with a pure white Great Pyrenees named Ghost. He was aptly named because he roamed Interstate 840 for tw
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May 14 min read
Five Things to Avoid for Your Cat's Sake
This article was written by Pet Community Center co-founder and former Board Chair, Jourdan Parenteau. You can learn more about the...
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Apr 25 min read
Make Moving with Pets a Breeze
With some careful planning and consideration, you can make the transition to a new place smoother for both you and your beloved companions.
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Mar 55 min read
My Pet is Lost. What Do I Do?
There are several steps you can take to make it easier for your pet to be found and returned. The key word is identification.
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Feb 14 min read
Saying Goodbye to a Good Dog
Time and again, I found myself saying, “I’ve been there. I get it.” And it’s true: when I lost my beloved Old English Sheepdog, Garcia...
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Jan 83 min read
Healthy Weight – A New Year’s Plan For Your Pet
Just like with people, keeping your pet at a healthy weight gives them their best chance of a longer, healthier, and pain-free life...
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Dec 5, 20232 min read
5 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays with Your Pet
The good news is our pets are the easiest family members on our shopping list. After all, their favorite things are tasty snacks and time...
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Nov 6, 20234 min read
Hike Nashville with Your Dog
We are so fortunate to have many options in our area for a quick daytime getaway with our pets. So put your furry best friend on a leash and
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Oct 3, 20234 min read
Litter Box 101
For a lot of cat parents, we find that sometimes cats can be perfect angels when it comes to using their litter boxes, but other times...
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Sep 5, 20236 min read
Understanding the Language of Dogs
Communication is a vital aspect of any species, and dogs are no exception. While dogs don't speak our language, they have an impressive...
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Aug 7, 20235 min read
Hi, My Name is Shiloh.
In 2020 on my birthday, my next-door neighbor called and said someone dropped something off at her house that must have been meant for me...
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Jul 10, 20235 min read
Farewell to a Friend: Celebrating a Pet's Life
I’ve gotten more than one quizzical look when someone finds out that I officiate pet memorial services. One common reaction I hear is this:
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petcommunitycenter
May 31, 20232 min read
Potty Training Your Dog
Whether you’ve adopted a puppy or an adult dog, house training is an essential part of incorporating your new pet into your family life.
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May 1, 20233 min read
How to Give Your Senior Dog Their Best Years Yet
With some preparation and minor lifestyle adjustments it’s possible to help our pups live out their golden years in comfort.
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Apr 4, 20232 min read
The 3-3-3 Rule of Adoption
Have you heard of the 3-3-3 rule when it comes to adopting a new pet? The amount of time each individual pet needs to adjust to their new ho
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Mar 7, 20236 min read
8 Steps to Keep Your Cat Happy
Cats play such an important role in our lives, providing us comfort, joy, affection and maybe even a few laughs. Most importantly, they play
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Feb 1, 20233 min read
For the Love of a Dog
A recent social media post from McKamey Animal Center in Chattanooga brought to light a heart-wrenching decision made by a dog owner out of
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Jan 10, 20234 min read
How One Cat Turned Me Into An Animal Advocate
There have always been pets in my life; my parents had dogs long before they had me. Many of my childhood memories feature, or have in the b
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Dec 5, 20224 min read
Saying Goodbye: Pet Memorial Services
Funeral. The very word strikes fear, dread, or anxiety for many. And why wouldn’t it? Death is a tough topic. And a somber, sorrowful...
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Oct 31, 20225 min read
Cold Weather Pet Safety
You're probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather and leaving pets in hot cars, but did you know that cold weather also poses
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